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5K Celebration

Confidence through
Accomplishment

Each season comes to an end with a celebratory 5K. This closing event gives program participants of all abilities a tangible sense of accomplishment. Crossing the finish line instills confidence through completion and is a joyful moment program participants always remember! Everyone in our program receives a commemorative medal to celebrate this incredible achievement.

5K Celebration

Confidence through
Accomplishment

5K Event Details

Event
Fall 2025 Season Celebratory 5K Event
Date
December 7
Location

Randall's Island

Icahn Stadium 

10 Central Rd, New York, NY 10035

Time

9am: Registration & Check-In Open
9:30am: Activity Stations Open
10:30am: 5K Start!

Price

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$100,000 - $149,999
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5K Resources

  • Coming Soon

What to Wear to the 5K!

  • We encourage you to wear your Program Shirt or Coach Shirt (for program participants), or any GOTR gear or fun items for our community participants! You can visit our GOTR Shop at the 5K to purchase fun Girls on the Run merchandise too.

How to get to Icahn Stadium on Randall's Island

Visit Randall's Island Park Alliance's website for information on how to drive, walk, or bike from Manhattan, the Bronx and Queens.

  • Girls on the Run Shuttle Bus: Girls on the Run will have shuttle buses that will run between 125th Street at Lexington Avenue in Manhattan and Icahn Stadium. Shuttle buses for volunteers will begin running at 7:30am, and buses for girls, runners, and other event attendees will begin at 8:30am. These buses will pick-up and drop-off at the southeast corner of 125th St and Lexington Avenue. Girls on the Run Volunteer Bus Captains will be present to greet you and point you in the right direction.
    • Please note: anyone under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    • If you are a GOTR parent, check with your school about school-based transportation options for your child.
  • MTA Bus: The M35 bus runs to the Island from the Northeast corner of 125th Street and Lexington Avenue. Transfer is available from the Lexington Avenue 4/5/6 subway at 125th Street.

More 5K Event Details

  • 5K Run/Walk Course: The course starts and finishes at Icahn Stadium on Randall's Island. Participants run/walk along the river for an out-and-back course. Our 5K Course Map will be available soon!
  • Refund Policy: Girls on the Run NYC does not issue refunds for 5K registrations. If you can no longer participate in the event, your registration will be considered a donation to the Girls on the Run NYC program.
  • Inclement Weather Policy: 5K participants should be prepared to run in any weather. The 5K event will take place rain or shine unless there are conditions that may affect the safety and health of the participants. If dangerous weather conditions occur, race officials may cancel, delay, or change the event. In the event of cancellation, refunds will not be issued.

Volunteer registration is open! Please click the button below to sign up for one of our many volunteer opportunities. Check out the different roles below to learn more.

 
 
 
 

Volunteer with Girls on the Run NYC for the end-of-season 5K Celebration!


The Girls on the Run NYC 5K celebrates our program participants and their 10-week season of learning about the importance of taking care of our emotional and physical health. As girls from across the city come together to achieve their goals on 5K day, they depend on volunteers like you to help them shine! All volunteers must complete a background check (paid for by GOTR NYC). 

 

7:00am Start: Bus Captains

Before the run starts, the bus captains will be stationed at 125th Street and Lexington Avenue to greet participants and ensure that they safely and efficiently board the buses that will take them to Icahn Stadium. The bus captains will take the last bus to Icahn Stadium and then offer course support. After the race is complete, the bus captains oversee the process of participants re-boarding the bus for the trip back to 125th Street and Lexington Avenue. All volunteers must complete a background check.

 

7:30am Start: Field Team Leaders

Field Team Leaders will instruct and oversee a group of volunteers on the set up/break down of team site flags, manages the start & finish line, and support program participants safely back to their site flags after the 5K. Heavy lifting of sandbags will be required. This is a critical role and we encourage you to join us early in the morning. All volunteers must complete a background check.

 

7:30am Start: Field Team —> Entrance/Exit Gate Support

Field team volunteers set up and break down team site flags, manage our exciting start and finish line, and support program participants as they complete the 5K by guiding them safely back to their site flags. Heavy lifting of sandbags will be required. This is a critical role and we encourage you to join us early in the morning. All volunteers must complete a background check. 

 

8:00am Start: Bike/Safety Team –> Route Management

The bike/safety team plays a critical role in ensuring the safety of all participants on the course throughout the 5K. This team is typically made up of highly proficient cyclists who patrol the course, monitor for any incidents, and provide quick assistance when needed. They also lead the course setup and assist other event volunteers by making sure water stations, start/finish lines, or other key areas are running smoothly and safely. All volunteers must complete a background check.

 

8:00am Start: Registration Leads

Registration Leads oversee coach, volunteer, and runner check-in—and manage the day-of registration station which consists of registering runners that did not preregister for the event. For day of registration, we will provide an Ipad to aid online registration and payments. The leads will also manage the cash box at day of registration. As the lead you will set up the station, keep the lines moving and provide a warm welcome. All volunteers must complete a background check.

 

8:00am Start: Runner/Coach Check-In and Day of Registration Support --> Field Food

Registration volunteers may be placed at coach, volunteer or runner check in. They may also be placed at day-of registration which consists of registering runners that did not preregister for the event. For day of registration, we will provide an Ipad to aid online registration and payments. After registration and check in are complete, volunteers will help on the field when the 5K run/walk begins. All volunteers must complete a background check.

 

8:00am Start: Activity Station Leads

Activity Station Leads manage a fun, high-energy station (e.g., Bling Your Bib, Photo Booth, Bag Check, or the GOTR Shop). You’ll set up your station, brief your volunteers, keep materials stocked, and ensure a smooth closeout before redeploying to help on finish line or course support once the 5K begins. If at GOTR Shop, they will use an Ipad to accept square payments, and manage the cash box. All activity station tables are open between 9:00am - 9:45am (the GOTR Shop and Bag Check re-opens at 10:50am). All volunteers must complete a background check.

 

8:00am Start: Activity Station Teams –> Finish Line/Course Support

Activity station volunteers help generate excitement for the girls and families with fun activities before the 5K begins. They will oversee one of a variety of fun stations such as "Bling your Bib" or the Photo Booth. They may also oversee Bag Check or the GOTR Shop. If at GOTR Shop, they will use an Ipad to accept square payments, and manage the cash box. All activity station tables are open between 9:00am - 9:45am (the GOTR Shop and Bag Check re-opens at 10:50am). After activity stations are closed, volunteers will help break down their station and then offer support at the finish line or the course when the 5K run/walk begins. All volunteers must complete a background check.

 

9:00am Start: Course Marshal Leaders

Course Marshal Leaders supervise a team of Course Marshals stationed along the route. You’ll place volunteers at key points (turns, crossings, water station approaches, finish approach), keep the course safe and cheerful, and coordinate with Operations via radio. In this role, you may need to walk up to 1.5 miles. All volunteers must complete a background check.

 

9:00am Start: Course Marshals/Cheer Zone Teams

Course cheer zone teams serve as cheerleaders along the course as they support program participants and their running buddies! They also help to ensure the safety of all participants. As a Course Marshal, you can chalk inspirational messages, hold up cheer signs, or use a cowbell to make some noise on the course! In this role, you may need to walk up to 1.5 miles. All volunteers must complete a background check.

 

9:00am Start: Water Station Team

The water station team sets up cups of water at the water station before the run begins. They then pass out water to runners along the course. After the last runner passes, the team helps with cleanup of the station.All volunteers must complete a background check. 

 

9:30am Start: Sparkle Runners

Sparkle Runners run/walk the course while supporting GOTR girls along the way with cheers, encouragement, and smiles! All Sparkle Runners must complete a background check. The Sparkle Runner registration fee is $25.

 

Place Me Anywhere!

Any of the above roles sound great to you and you're willing to help out where we need you most! All volunteers must complete a background check.

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The course for a 5K is 3.1 miles. 

As a reminder, this is a fun, celebratory event for our participants and not a competitive race. While our fastest 5K participants will complete the course in 25 minutes, most cross the finish line in 30-50 minutes. Everyone who participates is encouraged to walk, roll, push, run or skip at their happy pace!

No! There is no early bib pickup. Please pick up your bib on 5K day!

 

First, we understand that life happens, and circumstance might make it impossible to attend.

We strongly encourage that all participants attend and complete the 5K, as it is the goal that teams are preparing for all season long! It’s the ultimate opportunity to build confidence through accomplishment. Remember, this is the first 5K event for many – including coaches, participants, friends and family members. We are in it together!

For safety reasons, every participant must wear a race bib (provided by the council). Our council ensures every participant has a running buddy, and only critical 5K volunteers have access to confidential information.

To ensure every participant crosses the finish line, we monitor the course and conduct head counts. Our council has a safety plan in place, which trains staff and volunteers on how to respond during an emergency or incident.

A Running Buddy is an individual designated by the council or by the parent/guardian to complete the 5K alongside a program participant during the 5K event, for the entire duration of the course.

Yes! This is encouraged! This is a great way to accomplish a goal together. 

Every 17 & under runner who completes the 5K will receive a medal.

Yes! Family, friends and community members outside of our program can participate in the event, but must register.

Yes. All 5K registration forms include liability waivers.

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